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CPU Fan Replacement (Revision A.6)
Tools Required: Phillips Screwdriver
HINT: Note the location of all wires, cables, or connectors before disconnecting. These wires, cables, or connectors will need to be
reconnected to either the same or new devices.
Step 1: Turn off your computer and all peripheral devices. Disconnect the power cord from the outlet and then from the back of the
computer. Disconnect all devices connected to the back of the computer (e.g. keyboard, mouse, monitor).
Place the computer on an appropriate work area (a flat-level surface).
WARNING
? The computer must be turned off and disconnected from its power source. Failure to disconnect the power from
the computer may result in personal injury.
? Remove all loose articles and jewelry before touching components inside the computer.
? The case contains sharp edges. Use caution.
? Ground yourself by touching the metal frame every time you remove the cover. If you are not properly
grounded, you could generate static electricity that may cause a component to fail.
? Make sure your hands are dry before performing this task.
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Figure 1.C
CPU Fan Location
Step 3: Slide the cover toward the rear to free it
from the system and lift it off until it can be removed
completely (Figure 1.B). CAUTION: The case
contains sharp edges.
**Ground yourself by touching the metal frame every
time you remove the cover. If you are not properly
grounded, you could generate static electricity that
may cause a component to fail.
Figure 1.A Figure 1.B
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INTERNAL COMPONENTS
Step 4: Locate the CPU Fan you are replacing
(Figures 1.C).
Step 2: Remove the screws indicated as shown in
Figure 1.A. Do not lose the screws.
If you need assistance with the installation of this part please call our technical support team at 801-401-1419 and follow the menu.
Step 5: Unplug the CPU fan connector. Remove the fan with the heatsink by releasing both tabs on the heatsink that secure the heatsink to
the Socket (Figures 5). Remember the location on the motherboard of the connector.
Hint: For ease, you can lay your computer on its side so that the motherboard is facing upwards.
Step 6: If your replacement CPU fan came with Thermal Compound included in the box, be sure to apply this to ONLY to the raised section
on the bottom of the heat sink. Do not put the thermal compound on the entire bottom section of the heat sink, only the contact
point.
Step 7: Attach the new fan with the heatsink to the socket and secure it with the tabs attached to the socket. Connect the CPU fan connector
to the motherboard (Figure 6).
Step 8: Because the CPU fan is a critical component, it is advised that you power on your system, before putting the left side panel back on,
to verify that the CPU fan is installed correctly and working.
Step 9: Slide the computer cover back into place so that the screw holes are properly aligned. Secure the cover to the case with the screws
previously removed.
Step 10: Reconnect the computer?s devices (e.g. keyboard, mouse, monitor, printer). Reconnect the power cord to the AC power receptacle.
Plug the power cord to the outlet.
Step 11: Turn on the computer and make sure it is functioning properly. If it is not working properly, repeat the steps above and make sure
all the connectors are inserted correctly. If a problem still persists, call our technical support line.
Press Down
To Secure
Lift Levers
To Release
Figures 6
Figures 5
For Celeron or AMD Processors For Pentium 4 Processors
For Celeron or AMD Processors For Pentium 4 Processors